Age Affects Left Ventricle Differently in Men, Women
In men, the longitudinal changes in LV mass opposite of cross-sectional changes
ACS: Annual Mammograms Should Start at Age 45
Previous recommendation was 40; new guidelines place greater emphasis on approach of menopause
Not All Large Breast Tumors Warrant Mastectomy
Findings suggest doctors shouldn't automatically rule out less invasive surgery plus radiation
Treatment Patterns for DCIS Shift From 1991 to 2010
Highest proportion of patients opts for lumpectomy and radiation therapy
Some Changes Seen in Line With ‘Choosing Wisely’ Initiative
Declines in two of seven recommendations: imaging for headache, cardiac imaging for low-risk patients
Advanced-Stage Breast CA More Likely in Certain Racial Groups
African-American, white Hispanic women more likely to receive non-guideline-concordant treatment
Hospital Factors Can Overcome ‘Weekend Effect’
Improved staffing; electronic records; additional inpatient, aftercare resources help
Americans Spend More on Health Care, but Fare Worse
Comparison with 12 industrialized nations shows more money spent, but life expectancy is lowest
Two Decision Instruments ID Major Injuries in Blunt Trauma
Decision instruments have high sensitivity for identifying clinically significant thoracic injuries
IDSA: Infections May Be the Underlying Cause of Many Falls
Illness can lower blood pressure, lead to dizziness, researchers say
